The Light Is Coming

The Light Is Coming

By Allison Bucher This morning, I went for a run before work, which isn’t my usual routine. I usually run in the evening when the sun is drowsy. But today, I woke up before my alarm went off, and my lungs promptly expressed their need for fresh air. Sleepily, I...
An Invisible Enemy

An Invisible Enemy

By RaeLynn DeAngelis A few days ago, I looked out the sliding glass doors of our home and noticed a teenaged boy exercising. It caught my attention because of the strange location he had chosen to exercise. He wasn’t in yard. He was in a greenspace by the road....
Unmerited Grace

Unmerited Grace

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis I was chewing on a tootsie roll when I bit into something crunchy. Cautiously, I worked the hard matter towards the front of my mouth. After peering closely at the object between my fingers, I determined that it was part of my tooth. A quick...
Peace in the Storm

Peace in the Storm

Alli Bucher Spring is making its way back to Cincinnati, and if I’ve learned anything, it’s that spring is never a solo traveler. Her travel companions will undoubtedly include budding flowers, rising temperatures, and steady rainfall. They’ll all arrive sloppily,...
The God I’ve Come to Know

The God I’ve Come to Know

By Rae Lynn DeAngelis I just love it when God steps into a situation and lets you know it was undeniably Him working all things together for your good. I call it the providence of God. My husband I winter in Florida now that he is retired. Since we have only one car...
If God…

If God…

By Melody Vanosdol God is always faithful. I’m still working on it. I have taught in juvenile detention for 22 years now. I know; I’m crazy. God led me to this career when I was still prodigal. But there was one day, one defining moment, when I REALLY got...